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A Shot of Motivation & Positivity ~ The YayLearner Podcast

21 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 2 years ago -

An Espresso Shot motivates you in the morning! Shots can be had to celebrate good times with friends. A flu shot keeps you safe from the flu. A photo shot captures a moment. A basketball shot could win a game. But the one shot that we need most of all is a Shot of Motivation through a Mini-Podcast. As we journey through ups and downs, a gentle reminder, a nudge to keep us motivated. This podcast aims to provide a small shot of motivation in 5-10 minutes to help promote Learning with a Yay. Learning with Enthusiasm; Topic ranging from ~ Simple Steps to being a Passionate Writer, Finding Motivation during the Pandemic, Motivating Each other, Overcoming the Writers Block. Learn with enthusiasm. #Optimism #Positivity #EverySparrowwasmadetofly #linthomaspodcast

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The Importance of Public Speaking ~ Len Tran

December 25, 2021 01:00 - 5 minutes - 4.15 MB

Len Tran is a two time District 29,  Toastmasters Speech Contest Champion (2019- 2020). He has been invited as a Guest Speaker for multiple open-house events and is passionate about motivating upcoming speakers to "Stay the Course". Get your Shot of Motivation & Positivity and propel yourself into the world of public speaking.    

How to be a Successful Executive ~ Susan Smoter

November 26, 2021 20:00 - 7 minutes - 4.97 MB

Susan Smoter has extensive experience in supporting client services and business development to federal agencies, including the Department of Treasury, the IRS, and the SEC. She brings with her 30 years of civil service and industry experience, including 11 years as a senior executive at the IRS. Susan earned her Master’s degree from Johns Hopkins University. She is on the board of the Association of Former Internal Revenue Executives (AFIRE) and a co-chair of the Professional Services Coun...

Paint Joy into your Life ~ Artist Megha Mehra

May 25, 2021 00:00 - 8 minutes - 5.6 MB

Megha Mehra’s watercolors have been exhibited at solo shows across Virginia. Her work, 'Play, Pause, Reflect' won the 'Ralph Smith Memorial Award of Excellence' award at the 40th annual exhibition of the Virginia Watercolor Society. In 2020  she was featured as the Brand Ambassador of the week in American Watercolor Weekly magazine. She received the ‘National Watercolor Society’ award at the PVW show. She also attained Signature status at the Virginia Watercolor Society in 2020. She believes...

Aspire to Run for Public Office ~ A Conversation with Ms. Aruna Miller

April 27, 2021 00:00 - 8 minutes - 5.75 MB

Ms. Aruna Miller was the first Indian American woman to be elected to the Maryland legislature in 2011.  As an American politician and a former member of the Maryland House of Delegates, she represented District 15 in Montgomery County.  District 15 is Montgomery County's largest district both in terms of geographic area and population and includes Boyds, Clarksburg, Darnestown, Germantown, Poolesville, Potomac, Dickerson, Barnesville, Beallsville as well as parts of Gaithersburg, North Poto...

Aspire to Run for Public Office ~ A Conversation with Ms. Aruna Miller

April 27, 2021 00:00 - 8 minutes - 5.75 MB

Ms. Aruna Miller was the first Indian American woman to be elected to the Maryland legislature in 2011.  As an American politician and a former member of the Maryland House of Delegates, she represented District 15 in Montgomery County.  District 15 is Montgomery County's largest district both in terms of geographic area and population and includes Boyds, Clarksburg, Darnestown, Germantown, Poolesville, Potomac, Dickerson, Barnesville, Beallsville as well as parts of Gaithersburg, North Poto...

Meaning of Motivation ~ A talk by Adv. Rajan KPM

March 23, 2021 00:00 - 5 minutes - 3.67 MB

The Meaning of Motivation ~ by Adv. Rajan KPM, Director of YES Foundation and former Chief Instructor of the State Bank of India Training Center.  Listen to him share his experience training bank officers to move ahead of themselves. #motivation 

Overcoming Media Stereotypes ~ Writer & Director Deepthi Ganta

February 02, 2021 01:00 - 5 minutes - 3.52 MB

Listen to A 5 min Shot of Motivation and Positivity from Writer and Director Deepthi Ganta.  Deepthi's Short Film, Anaganaga Oka Nanna won several awards in India and received glowing reviews.  Listen to her perspective on how to motivate yourself for a career in #films and #follow your #passion. #Motivation #Positivity #Films 

Motivation for Entrepreneurs with our guest Nazia DeFrank

January 26, 2021 01:00 - 4 minutes - 3.42 MB

Welcome to another episode of the Yay Learner Podcast. A 5 min shot of Motivation and Positivity. Our guest today is the CEO of Gourmet Ghee, Ms Nazia DeFrank.  She has been featured on the Dr. Oz show and numerous publications. Gourmet Ghee has been part of gift bags at the Oscars and the Emmy’s. In addition to being a successful Entrepreneur, Ms. DeFrank s also a mom of two young boys and has graciously agreed to give us her perspective on Motivation for Entrepreneurs and a Work-Life Balan...

Motivation for Entrepreneurs with our guest Nazia DeFrank

January 26, 2021 01:00 - 4 minutes - 3.42 MB

Welcome to another episode of the Yay Learner Podcast. A 5 min shot of Motivation and Positivity. Our guest today is the CEO of Gourmet Ghee, Ms Nazia DeFrank.  She has been featured on the Dr. Oz show and numerous publications. Gourmet Ghee has been part of gift bags at the Oscars and the Emmy’s. In addition to being a successful Entrepreneur, Ms. DeFrank s also a mom of two young boys and has graciously agreed to give us her perspective on Motivation for Entrepreneurs and a Work-Life Balan...

Motivation for Entrepreneurs and a Work-Life Balance

December 31, 2020 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.42 MB

Welcome to another episode of the Yay Learner Podcast. A 5 min shot of Motivation and Positivity. Our guest today is the CEO of Gourmet Ghee, Ms Nazia DeFrank.  She has been featured on the Dr. Oz show and numerous publications. Gourmet Ghee has been part of gift bags at the Oscars and the Emmy’s. In addition to being a successful Entrepreneur, Ms. DeFrank s also a mom of two young boys and has graciously agreed to give us her perspective on Motivation for Entrepreneurs and a Work-Life Balan...

Enlighten your life with music~ with our guest Larry France

December 29, 2020 01:00 - 5 minutes - 3.52 MB

Welcome to another episode of the Yay Learner Podcast. Our guest today is the very talented singer and musician, Larry France.  Larry is a member of the band Drumfish. Larry is also the host of the hugely successful podcast  Inside Maryland Sports (IMS) Radio. Larry France has a history in audio production and radio, interning at 98 Rock in Baltimore as a kid, guest hosting on CBS Sports Radio in Baltimore and being Maryland Insider on the Big Ten Network. Our 5 min shot of Motivation for ...

How to Overcome the Writer's Block

November 24, 2020 01:00 - 4 minutes - 3.46 MB

Are you an aspiring writer who has dreams that just will not begin to become a reality?  Are you an established writer who has hit against a wall and lost your groove? Look no further! Five easy tips to get back to where you belong! - In the World of Writing! Read the blog version of this audio at http://yaylearner.blogspot.com/2020/09/how-to-overcome-writers-block.html Follow this Podcast on Spotify, Apple, Google or any platform of your choice. Visit PODCAST | Yay Learner for other epi...

Why we should Motivate Each Other

October 27, 2020 00:00 - 4 minutes - 3.39 MB

Five Reasons why we must motivate each other  Is Motivation a boring topic? When there are so many great thinkers and speakers out there, is it really important for us to motivate each other?  Read the Blog version of this podcast at  https://yaylearner.blogspot.com/2020/09/why-we-should-motivate-each-other.html

Why should we Motivate Each Other

October 27, 2020 00:00 - 4 minutes - 3.42 MB

Four Reasons why we must motivate each other.  Is Motivation a boring topic? When there are so many great thinkers and speakers out there, is it really important for us to motivate each other?  #motivation #positivity #pandemic #positiveattitude Read the Blog version of this podcast at  https://yaylearner.blogspot.com/2020/09/why-we-should-motivate-each-other.html

Yay Learner Trailer

September 29, 2020 00:00 - 31 seconds - 410 KB

An Overview of the Yay Learner Podcast Trailer.   An Espresso Shot motivates you in the morning! Shots can be had to celebrate good times with friends. A flu shot keeps you safe from the flu. A photo shot captures a moment. A basketball shot could win a game. But the one shot that we need most of all is a Shot of Motivation through a Mini-Podcast. As we journey through ups and downs, a gentle reminder, a nudge to keep us motivated. That is what this podcast is all about.  Learning with a Ya...

Yay Learner Trailer

September 29, 2020 00:00 - 31 seconds - 410 KB

An Overview of the Yay Learner Podcast Trailer.   An Espresso Shot motivates you in the morning! Shots can be had to celebrate good times with friends. A flu shot keeps you safe from the flu. A photo shot captures a moment. A basketball shot could win a game. But the one shot that we need most of all is a Shot of Motivation through a Mini-Podcast. As we journey through ups and downs, a gentle reminder, a nudge to keep us motivated. That is what this podcast is all about.  Learning with a Ya...

How to stay Motivated in a Pandemic

September 01, 2020 00:00 - 7 minutes - 5 MB

2020 has presented unique challenges for all of us. How can we thrive in these times and what are some easy skills we can practice to help us remain motivated and combat some of the challenges we face Read a full transcript of this podcast at https://yaylearner.blogspot.com/2020/08/how-to-remain-motivated-during-pandemic.html

How to stay Motivated in a Pandemic

September 01, 2020 00:00 - 7 minutes - 5 MB

2020 has presented unique challenges for all of us. How can we thrive in these times and what are some easy skills we can practice to help us remain motivated and combat some of the challenges we face Read a full transcript of this podcast at https://yaylearner.blogspot.com/2020/08/how-to-remain-motivated-during-pandemic.html

How to remain Motivated during a Pandemic and through difficult times

August 09, 2020 19:00 - 7 minutes - 5.01 MB

2020 has presented unique challenges for all of us. How can we thrive in these times and what are some easy skills we can practice to help us remain motivated and combat some of the challenges we face

How to Be a Passionate Writer

July 28, 2020 00:00 - 4 minutes - 2.85 MB

Five Easy Steps for Aspiring Writers or seasoned writers who need a reminder of what can help them rekindle the spark that made them writers in the first place by Author Lin Thomas. Lin is the author of children's fiction novel Every Sparrow was Made to Fly. She has been published with Chicken Soup for the Soul series, multiple publications with Project Management International and a variety of non-profit publications. She has also won multiple awards in Public Speaking and is a Creative Wri...

Five Steps to Becoming a Passionate Writer

July 27, 2020 22:00 - 4 minutes - 2.8 MB

Five Easy Steps for Aspiring Writers or seasoned writers who need a reminder of what can help them rekindle the spark that made them writers in the first place by Author Lin Thomas. Lin is the author of children's fiction novel Every Sparrow was Made to Fly. She has been published with Chicken Soup for the Soul series, multiple publications with Project Management International and a variety of non-profit publications. She has also won multiple awards in Public Speaking and is a Creative Wri...